Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic GF8

Below, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-P5 and Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-P5 (16MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The E-P5 was announced 3 years before the GF8 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the E-P5 matches up against the GF8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-P5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-P5 Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-P5 offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Panasonic GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Olympus E-P5 and Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the E-P5 against the GF8.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-P5 and GF8 is 85 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-P5 and GF8.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images but you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account. The older E-P5 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.